Podcast Summary
Understanding the connection between complex trauma and the nervous system: Exploring complex trauma through a neuro somatic lens reveals the importance of nervous system health for healing and growth in various aspects of life.
Learning from Trauma Rewired's second season is the importance of understanding the connection between complex trauma and the nervous system. The podcast delved deep into the neurology of different stress responses - fight, flight, freeze, and fun - and how they impact the body and mind. The hosts, Elizabeth and Jennifer, explored various aspects of complex trauma, including development, relationships, entrepreneurship, and physical health, through a neuro somatic lens. They discovered that everything they discussed ultimately boils down to nervous system health and how the nervous system influences these areas. The hosts also shared their personal experiences of being in the midst of the trauma they were discussing, which served as a real-time healing experience for them. Overall, the second season of Trauma Rewired highlighted the significance of understanding the intricate relationship between complex trauma and the nervous system to promote healing and growth.
Exploring complex PTSD through research and consultation leads to personal growth: Through studying PTSD and implementing practices for emotional expression and nervous system regulation, the speaker experienced significant personal growth and professional advancement.
Exploring complex PTSD and its various components through research and expert consultation led to profound personal growth and development for the speaker. As they delved deeper into topics like stress responses, emotional expression, and visibility, they experienced manifestations of these themes in their own life. This journey not only advanced their professional skills but also triggered significant personal healing. The speaker was surprised by the tangible impact of their discussions on their life, especially in regards to visibility and entrepreneurship. They acknowledged the deep-rooted fear of exposure and the potential consequences, both personally and professionally. The rapid growth of their listenership added to the high level of visibility they faced, emphasizing the importance of nervous system regulation and emotional expression practices to avoid burnout. Overall, the speaker's commitment to these practices allowed them to grow their show and thrive in real time.
Exploring the personal and professional growth through podcasting: Running a podcast fosters deeper self-understanding, stronger relationships, and recognition of past traumas, while requiring self-care and the right tools to navigate challenges, and contributing to overall well-being through daily practices.
Running a podcast or any creative project is not just work, but a way of life that expands personal and professional growth. It requires a strong belief in the mission and the understanding that self-care is essential to avoid burnout. This process can lead to deeper self-understanding, stronger relationships, and even recognition of the impact of past traumas. As the speaker mentioned, there are challenging moments, but having the right tools and perspective can help navigate through them. Additionally, small daily practices, like adding Athletic Greens to one's routine, can contribute to overall well-being and energy levels. In essence, creating and growing a platform becomes an integral part of personal expansion and development.
Healing from dissociation involves making presence safe and possible at the deepest levels: Dissociation harms the brain and nervous system, but neuroplasticity offers hope for healing. Presence is crucial, but challenging for those with chronic dissociation. NMT tools can help regulate and integrate experiences.
Dissociation, a common response to trauma, can significantly harm our developmental brain and nervous system. Healing from this condition is crucial, and it involves making presence safe and possible at the deepest levels of our survival brain and nervous system. Neuroplasticity offers hope, as our brains can be changed through healing just as they can be through trauma. Presence, particularly in the body, is essential, but it can be threatening for those with chronic dissociation. In such cases, Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) tools can be invaluable in helping individuals with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) to regulate and integrate their experiences into the present moment. Ultimately, the journey toward presence is a challenging but necessary one for those seeking to heal from complex trauma.
Cultivating Presence for Mental and Emotional Wellbeing: Focusing on presence through mindfulness, self-reflection, and self-care practices can lead to healing, forgiveness, and a deeper understanding of ourselves. Addressing dissociation and incorporating practices that promote pleasure and nervous system regulation can enhance our connection with our bodies and express ourselves authentically.
Our mental and emotional wellbeing can be impacted by a lack of presence and dissociation. This can lead us to abandon ourselves and prioritize pleasing others over staying true to ourselves. To counteract this, focusing on cultivating presence through practices like mindfulness and self-reflection can lead to healing, forgiveness, and a deeper understanding of ourselves. By recognizing and addressing dissociation, we can begin to fully inhabit our bodies and express ourselves from a place of power and self-awareness. Additionally, incorporating practices that promote pleasure and self-care through the lens of nervous system regulation can lead to a greater appreciation and connection with our bodies. Overall, this season's discussions have emphasized the importance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and the power of presence in our lives.
Exploring emotional experiences and regulation: Allow yourself to fully feel and process emotions in a safe and healthy way using neurosomatic intelligence tools, aim to modulate between different emotional states, and recognize the complexity of experiencing multiple emotions at once.
Our emotional experiences are complex and interconnected, and it's important to allow ourselves to fully feel and express them rather than trying to suppress or regulate them away. Neurosomatic intelligence tools can help us do this by bringing us back to safety and presence before and after emotional releases, allowing us to process and move through emotions in a healthy and fluid way. We should aim to modulate between different emotional experiences rather than getting stuck in one state, and it's essential to recognize that we can experience multiple emotions at once. The podcast season discussed the importance of emotional expression and regulation, with episodes focusing on the nervous system and emotional experiences. It's not about emotional bypassing or staying flat-lined, but rather about allowing ourselves to fully feel and process emotions in a safe and healthy way. The podcast also highlighted the importance of addressing the healthy expression of anger and rage, which is not often discussed openly.
Exploring Emotions and Coping Mechanisms for Better Health: Addressing body boundary violations and suppressed emotions can improve immune and nervous system health. Anger management and healthy coping mechanisms are crucial. Plant medicines can have profound benefits, but proper preparation and scientific understanding are essential.
Body boundary violations and suppressed emotions can negatively impact our health and overall well-being. Anger, a common response to such violations, can lead to harmful behaviors and internal health issues if not addressed. Exploring these emotions and practicing healthy coping mechanisms is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system, nervous system, and overall well-being. Moreover, the use of plant medicines can have profound benefits for some individuals, but it's crucial to understand that they may not be suitable for everyone. It's essential to prepare the nervous system and ensure safety before engaging in such experiences. The psychedelic renaissance is growing, and it's vital to approach these substances with a scientific understanding and proper preparation to maximize their potential benefits and minimize risks. In conclusion, prioritizing emotional health, understanding the limitations and potential benefits of plant medicines, and approaching these experiences with scientific knowledge and preparation are essential for optimizing well-being and enhancing the human experience.
Exploring Attachment in Season 3 of the Podcast: Season 3 of the podcast will delve deeper into attachment, its impact on relationships, work, self-connection, and feature experts on neurobiology and vagus nerve's role.
The upcoming season 3 of the podcast will delve deeper into the concept of attachment and its impact on various aspects of our lives, including relationships, work environments, and personal connections. Attachment issues can manifest in different ways, such as codependency, trauma bonds, and scarcity patterns. Furthermore, the relationship to oneself and self-presence will also be explored, as well as the concept of being an empath and the importance of setting boundaries. The podcast will feature returning guests, including Dr. Jody, Matt Busch, and Melanie Weller, to provide insights into the neurobiology and vagus nerve's role in attachment and connection. Overall, the season aims to help listeners gain a better understanding of the complexities of attachment and how it shapes our interactions with others and ourselves.
Preparing for the NSI program: A priority break: The NSI program, starting March 30th, is a significant framework for nervous system regulation impacting various fields. Diverse practitioners contribute to its growth, and the hosts are excited about its potential to bring peace and positivity.
The Neurophysiological Somatic Intelligence (NSI) program is a significant undertaking that requires focus and dedication. The upcoming cohort, starting March 30th, is a priority, and the hosts will be taking a recording break to prepare. NSI is a framework for nervous system regulation that has a wide-ranging impact, reaching various fields like healing, coaching, business development, and leadership. The diverse group of practitioners who join the program contribute to the exponential growth of this information, which in turn benefits numerous individuals worldwide. The hosts are excited about the potential of nervous system regulation to bring peace and positivity to individuals and the collective nervous system. During the recording break, previously recorded conversations will still be released, providing new listeners and returning listeners with valuable information and insights.
Explore the Brain Based Wellness membership for personal growth and healing: Join the Brain Based Wellness membership for free for two weeks to access workshops, neurosomatic resets, and live Q&A sessions with Jennifer and Chris, enhancing your neurosomatic toolbox and connecting with a supportive community.
The Brain Based Wellness podcast, with its insightful discussions and the ever-evolving nature of the hosts and listeners, offers a unique learning experience. The value of each episode is not limited to the first listen, as new understandings can emerge with each revisit. To stay connected with Jennifer and Chris, join the Brain Based Wellness membership for free for two weeks, available through the show notes. This platform provides an opportunity to develop your neurosomatic toolbox and engage with a supportive community. Jennifer conducts workshops, Chris leads neurosomatic resets, and he is present live three times a week for Q&A sessions. The hosts are committed to providing value and connecting with their audience, making the membership an excellent resource for personal growth and healing. Thank you to all the listeners for the support, engagement, and for being an essential part of this community. Your presence fuels their growth and gives their work purpose.